John Paul Grimard(JP) of Nephi, Utah passed away early this morning.

John Paul Grimard (JP) of Nephi, Utah passed away early this morning on January 29, 2020 in Payson, Utah, following an industrial accident two years ago. He was born on April 30, 1949 in Cumberland, Pennsylvania. He was raised in Paradise, PA. by his Grandparents. He attended schools and college in Pennsylvania until he was drafted into the United States Marines and ordered to fight in Vietnam where he received battle wounds. Although he has great respect for his military brothers, he was a very personal person, and his last wishes was to decline a display of military medals and a military funeral, which will be carried out. He was a true Leatherneck.

 His passion for Harleys was contagious and enjoyed his love of riding with his family outlaws-Hal and Bonnie Jones.

He Married Jaynette Jones in Salt Lake City, Utah. With this union he gained a family he instantly connected with and truly loved and they loved him. JP worked as a crane operator for many years and was a master of his skill working in various places around the world.

He is survived by his wife, Jaynette Jones Grimard; two daughters, Kami Hansen(Matt); Samantha Clark (Chris) and three sons-Clint Wm. Heyborne, Robert E. Heyborne(Shannon) and Jarrett S. Snyder; 10 grandchildren; Brother in laws-Weston Jones(Sondra), Hal Jones(Bonnie), Kent and GB Jones. Preceded in death by his grandparents.

A viewing will be held Saturday, Feb.8, 2020 from 11:00-11:45 at Anderson Funeral Home, followed by a family graveside service at noon at Vine Bluff Cemetery in Nephi, Utah.